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APDC Join Hands With SRM University-AP To Boost Drone Technology

APDC and SRM University-AP have signed an MoU to strengthen drone technology through skill development, research, innovation and field applicatio

Yash, Vignesh, Sayeed, Sharath Top Performers in Cricket League

Vignesh struck 140 from 133 balls

Cybersecurity Essential for Business Success, Says Maharashtra Cyber ADG

New Delhi, August 19: Maharashtra Cyber ADG Yashasvi Yadav spoke to the media about India-U.S. cyber cooperation. He highlighted the benefits for

NIFT Amaravati Needs 30 Acres, Says Director

Prasad said the proposed allocation of 10 acres would not be sufficient for the NIFT campus.

Delhi ACB arrests Satyendar Jain, five others over STP tender irregularities

How long will this BJP dictatorship continue? They imprison whomever they please by levelling false allegations, says AAP chief Kejriwal

Widening of road linking Uttarahalli-Mysuru Road to be completed soon: Krishna Byre Gowda

Mosquito Menace Rises As Hyacinth Heaps Await Disposal At Saroornagar Lake

**Short Blurb:** Cleared water hyacinth piles up at Saroornagar Lake, with residents reporting rising mosquito menace and foul smell.

5 zodiac signs could experience a major turning point on August 19, 2026, as Angel Number Day 8/19 brings themes of endings, new beginnings, recognition and opportunity

On August 19, 2026, five zodiac signs stand on the brink of transformative change. Scorpio, Gemini, Leo, Aries, and Sagittarius will resonate wit

Fake drug racket busted near Bidadi; medicines worth 5 crore seized

Chinese proverb of the day: If you ignore the dragon, it will eat you. If you try to confront the dragon, it will overpower you. If you ride the dragon, you will take advantage of its might and power a lesson on why understanding, adapting to and using the strength of a major challenge can be wiser than ignoring it or confronting it head-on

Life presents powerful challenges which require understanding and adaptation. Ignoring problems often makes them more difficult to manage effecti

India reiterates two-state support during Palestine talks amid Gaza concern

India reiterates twostate support during Palestine talks amid Gaza concern

DC Edit | Youth Power Triumphs, In Ranchi As At Jantar Mantar

A movement that amalgamated around a march to Parliament may not end with Jantar Mantar and Jharkhand. Both protests, which ran in the face of go

NTR Health Varsity Reopens MBBS, BDS Registration Portal

The portal will remain open from 4 pm on August 18 to 3 pm on August 19, with a late fee of Rs 20,000.

New York-based Warner Music Group plans to set up a world-class music tech organisation in Bengaluru

Gujarat Officials Arrested for Accepting Bribe of

Bharuch, August 19: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Gujarat has arrested two officials from the Food and Drug Department for accepting a brib

Inter-State Burglar Held In Ongole; Property Worth 1.36 Crore Recovered

The accused has been identified as Soheil Khan alias Mohammed Sameer Khan, 38, originally from Bengaluru and currently residing in Hyderabad.

Karnataka forms sub-committee to vet revised minimum wages

Purification row: Congress terms BJP anti-Dalit for not halting protest to adopt resolution

BJP is indirectly supporting the purification episode by not facilitating debate on the proposal for an unanimous resolution condemning the event

AP Chambers Seeks Integrated Freight System to Boost Rail Share

AP Chambers said rails modal share should be improved through reliable transit times, transparent pricing, digital tracking, flexible services an

Future City Police Review Pending Cases, Crime Investigation

Future City police commissioner Tarun Joshi reviewed pending and serious crime cases, directing officials to improve conviction rates, strengthen

Placing Aluminum foil on damp walls: How this simple home trick works to check moisture, its benefits and the right way to use it

An easy aluminum foil technique allows you to monitor wall moisture levels. Affix the foil securely to the wall, ensuring the edges are tightly s

More inclusion of SC/ST members in cooperative sector demanded

Four Police Officers Arrested for Alleged Bribery in Ayodhya

Jaipur, August 19: In a significant operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested four police officers from the Cyber Crime Police Sta

Disproportionate Assets: ACB Urges I-T Department to Probe Benami Properties of Raided Telangana Officials

It was stated that the I-T department had registered cases under the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act and begun an investigation.

Kharge's Vande Mataram dare to BJP: Slap case on Gandhi, Nehru

Education must change to account for AI

A future we cannot predict cannot be prepared for by adding ever more material to the curriculum. We should instead give undergraduates the time

25-Year-Old Trainee Deputy Tahsildar Found Dead in Mahbubabad; Municipal Staff Booked for Abetment

The victim's mother, in a complaint filed with police, accused a municipal employee of being responsible for her daughter's death over a suspecte

Telangana Schools Over 42,000 Schools To Roll Out Disability Screening, Green Ratings

Teachers to complete PRASHAST training by August 31; schools have until September 30 for SHVR

A Massachusetts turtle vanished for 10 years after its 2011 release, then returned as an adult to the same wild habitat; 15 years later, two of its captive-raised offspring were released there to continue the story

A Blandings turtle vanished into the wild for more than a decade. Ivy was released in Massachusetts in 2011 after being raised at Stone Zoo. Rese

JK notifies Land Pooling Policy 2026 to drive planned urban dev

Policy aims to consolidate land through voluntary participation, with 40% earmarked for city-level infrastructure Jammu Tawi, August 18: The Jamm

SC likely to quash FIRs against student protesters, exempts those with serious criminal records

The Supreme Court on Tuesday indicated it may quash FIRs against student protesters involved in last months nationwide agitations over examinatio

Student protests: Delhi Police affidavit in Supreme Court is rich with numbers, but quiet on fixing accountability

The affidavit says over 240 police personnel, including women officers, were injured in the violence on July 20; around 218 protestors were injur

K.C. Singh | Iran War Stymieing New India-Taliban Relations

India then saw the Taliban as a Pakistani ally, if not proxy. Besides Pakistan, only two countries then recognised the Taliban regime, Saudi Arab

Jangaon Collector Launches App for Anganwadi Services

The initiative is expected to reduce the burden of Anganwadi staff in maintaining registers and preparing repetitive reports. This will provide t

CMC Tightens Rules Of Weekly Markets In Residential Colonies

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation has tightened regulations for weekly markets in residential colonies, barring new markets and directing exist

Chen and Yamaguchi Advance to Second Round at BWF World Championships

New Delhi, August 19: Tokyo Olympic champion Chen Yufei from China and reigning champion Akane Yamaguchi from Japan both secured their spots in t

Maharashtras sugarcane dilemma: cutters seek a way out as mills turn to machines

SC rejects plea to replace hanging with less painful method for death penalty

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging hanging as the method of executing death sentences, while leaving the door open for future rec

Minfy Expands U.S. Presence in Virginia to Deepen Customer Engagement and Accelerate AI-Driven Outcomes

Expansion strengthens proximity to enterprise customers and bridges the gap between AI strategy and real-world deployment

Quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston: 'Its impossible to satisfy everyone, and I suggest we...' Life lessons from motivational quote on authenticity, self-acceptance, peace, energy, boundaries, mental health, authentic happiness and external approval

Quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston focuses on authenticity, self-acceptance, peace, boundaries and the need to stop seeking external approval.

Panic over Telanganas voter purge

The CM has sounded the alarm bell over mass deletions during the SIR process

Traffic Cops Book 1,015 Cases in Special Drives

He advised the public not to obstruct freeleft movements and not to permit minors to drive vehicles.

Hamsadhwanis Distinguished Citizen Award presented to industrialist B. Santhanam

Delhi Police tells SC facial recognition at Jantar Mantar protest targeted only known criminals

Delhi Police told the Supreme Court it used maximum restraint but minimum required force during student protests at Jantar Mantar over exam paper

What's Left of Monsoon Likely to See Dry Days Ahead

Hope rests on BoB doing a July in August

Major Drug Bust in Gujarat: Two Arrested with

Rajkot, August 19: The Special Operations Group (SOG) of Rajkot police seized 204.9 kilograms of cannabis worth 1.02 crore from a truck near Bama

Youth runs mini truck over father following land dispute

16-year-old girl dies after mixer truck hits two-wheeler near Sriperumbudur

20,000 Telangana Students Write to High Court

They said several schools were functioning without adequate teachers, leaving classrooms vacant and affecting the quality of education.

Anil Tyagi | How the Capital Panic-planned For The Great Cockroach Bite

At the American Embassy, five to six kilometres from South Block, cables flickered. An alert went out for American citizens to stay clear of Cent

Cement to be provided at 230 per bag for Indiramma Houses

Demolition Over; Way Clear for Reconstruction of Kaleshwaram Temple

The main reconstruction works are now expected to progress at a faster pace. Devotees and local residents feel the temple will soon regain its gr

In 2006, engineers reused 250,000 cubic yards of dredged sand to restore Elders Point East in Jamaica Bay. 10 years later, the approach had restored 40 acres of wetlands and helped reverse marsh-island erosion

A New York Harbor dredging project became an opportunity to restore Jamaica Bays declining marsh islands. Beginning in 2006, the U.S. Army Corps

Trump Praises Indias Voter ID System, Expert Highlights Differences with U.S. Voting Process

New Delhi, August 19: U.S. President Donald Trump has commended Indias electoral system, prompting foreign affairs expert Wail Awad to point out

Push for Clearances to Expedite Metro Phase-II

He said a coordination meeting with ministries and departments having existing, ongoing or proposed projects in the influence area of the seven P

CM allays apprehensions on Section 22A lands, asserts govt. will protect rights of owners

Instructions given to officials to verify lands and register private lands in time, he said

Three Hyd Centres To Host 753 UPSC Mains Aspirants

Three examination centres in Hyderabad will host 753 candidates for the UPSC Civil Services Mains examination, with officials reviewing arrangeme

BALM-SFL fellowship given to 7 persons from five States

Hearzap Acquires Amplifon Indias Hearing Healthcare Business

The acquisition brings around 240 hearing care points of sale, including 115 directly operated locations, into Hearzap's network.

Vaishali Nagar Underpass Traffic Advisory Extended Till September 2

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation was undertaking the measures as the underpass is narrow and vulnerable to waterlogging during heavy rainfall

Nifty 50 firms get dismal score on gender pay parity

Most Indian companies show a persistent gender pay gap, with women earning less than men. Only a small percentage of companies reported progress

Odisha Vigilance Department Arrests Two Government Officials in Bribery Cases

Bhubaneswar, August 19: The Odisha Vigilance Department has arrested two government officials in separate bribery cases. The arrests occurred on

UNHCR, SICCI, and Ethiraj College for Women join hands to advance refugee inclusion

22-A: Owners of Private Land Will Not Face Any Inconvenience, Says CM

Revanth Orders Two-Day Registration for Landowners Hit by Section 22A

3 aromatic plants that may help keep rats away from your garden naturally, plus simple tips to reduce rodent problems

Aromatic plants such as mint, lavender, and rosemary are known to repel garden rats with their potent scents, making outdoor areas less inviting

Commercial films, serials cannot be shot in wildlife sanctuaries: Kerala High Court

Holagundi Honoured As Best Theatre Director

Nishumbita followed in 1994 after he found likeminded people around the university. He says Nishumbita means victorious, but the groups purpose l

Panic Over Tiger Sighting in Mahabubabad Village

Officials assured villagers that the animal would be identified after scientific examination and urged them not to panic

22A Prohibited List Harish Demands Ponguletis Resignation

The minister cannot say that he has no responsibility and blame officials. A major mistake has been committed and now he is offering an apology.

Psychology says people who save money all year long to live the dream of enjoying the luxury lifestyle at least once aren't simply wasting their savings: What the behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who save money all year long to live the dream of enjoying the luxury lifestyle at least once aren't necessarily careless

Women Welfare Schemes Extended For Another 5 Years

The Madhya Pradesh government has extended the Ladli Behna and Ladli Laxmi women welfare schemes for another five years, with a combined projecte

Maharashtra Law on Forced Conversions Faces Backlash from Maulana Mushtaq Malik

Hyderabad, August 19: Maulana Mushtaq Malik, president of the Tehreek Muslim Shabban, has raised concerns over the proposed law regarding forced

Address systemic gaps in criminal laws related to children, Madras HC directs T.N. Chief Secretary

Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan direct the officer to constitute a committee of Home Secretary, Health Secretary and Law Secret

Collector Inspects Site for Pushkar Ghat at Yamcha

He also interacted with local public representatives and farmers and sought their views

4 zodiac signs could attract luck and wealth on August 19, 2026, as Jupiter trines Saturn, bringing opportunities for growth, creativity, relationships and financial progress

Mark your calendars for August 19, 2026, when four zodiac signs will thrive with abundance. Aries individuals will flourish through their artisti

Round 1 of UG medical counselling extended

NTA removes 600 experts from its team in revamp bid

NTA also says it is setting up a four-tier question paper checking system, shifting to more secure premises, and inducting over 20 senior officia

CMs Road Safety Mission to be launched at 500 crore per annum

Tamil Nadu topped the list of States in road accidents in the country, says Sports Development Minister

Kauvery Hospital,The Hinduto hold webinar on healthy ageing tomorrow

First Things First: Villagers of Anukunta Want Price for Their Lands Fixed Before Survey for Airport in Adilabad

Srinivas said it would be better for them to relocate their village on to the lands of the Adilabad unit of the Cement Corporation of India.

TGGENCO Warns Staff Against Maha Dharna

The directive comes after the Telangana Power Employees Joint Action Committee announced that it would organise a Maha Dharna at Vidyut Soudha on

Raju Das Demands Worship Rights at Gyanvapi Amid Clean Chit for Trust Officials

New Delhi, August 19: Mahant Raju Das of Hanumangarhi has requested permission for the water offering to Lord Shiva at the Gyanvapi complex on Na

Manjrekar, Kartik body-shame each other during commentary, video goes viral

Manjrekar Kartik bodyshame each other during commentary video goes viral

SIVE Announces Short-Term Vocational Certificate Exam Results; 1,031 Candidates Pass

The results are available on sive.telangana.gov.in.

Blue Cloud Softech Begins Trading on NSE

Hyderabad-based AI-focused firm lists 9.23 crore shares as FY26 revenue crosses Rs 1,000 crore

Chennais soul remains unchanged, says Aiswarya Rao

Hormuz won't open until Iran's demands are met: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf

Qatar said that an agreement between Iran and Oman would make it easier to resume negotiations to end the war. An agreement over the Strait of Ho

Navratna NALCO Collaborates With Research Institutes To Advance Industrial Residue Valorisation

Sets up indigenous pilot plant for recovery of valuable products, rare earth elements from fly ash

Jumboking's Dheeraj Gupta and Laura Ries launch their book 'Loved By A Billion'

New Delhi [India], August 18: Jumboking founder Dheeraj Gupta has often cited Al Ries, author of the bestselling books Focus: The Future of Your

Congress to Allocate 60% Tickets to Youth in Rajasthan Local Elections

Jaipur, August 19: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has advocated for a significant shift in candidate selection for the upcoming local body an